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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1962
Page
4
Wise words from the past. Thomas Jefferson once said that differing opinions in politics, religion, or philosophy never justify withdrawing from a friendship. The note emphasizes civility amid disagreement and enduring personal respect.
In a 1962 reflection Bruce Biossat contrasts the Sacco-Vanzetti case with modern global crime trends. He notes 1920s evidence and liberal protests, Harvard committee reviews, and the shift to focusing on truth over agendas while urging U.S. business and policy to confront international competition and taxation pressures.
Washington NEA details a 1961 revised directory listing 818 groups cited by agencies. It notes most are defunct, with 21 still active, and urges cautious use as not official government findings. Next: The Attorney General's List.
The platform calls for cutting federal state and local spending to proven needs, opposing education aid, reducing special funds, and returning surpluses to the General Fund. It urges grassroots action to cut waste, informs legislators of limited taxpayer capacity, opposes welfare liberalization, resists deficit financing, and promotes efficient budgeting. It also warns against government intrusion into private enterprise and emphasizes fiscal responsibility to safeguard the U.S. credit, while noting gems taught in colleges and quipping about class cutting.
In New York, business leaders and government seek common ground to curb U.S. gold outflow as London traders lift gold prices. The premium reflects worries over the U.S. balance of payments deficit, inflation risk, and efforts to stabilize the dollar, with figures like Roger M. Blough and Thomas J. Watson Jr. steering the talks.
AP reports Boyle observes television as a longtime guest in the living room. After a decade with a reliable set, he notes summer and winter TV sameness have earned a fond familiarity. He rejects drastic change, valuing the steady, nonbreaking presence and the comfort of familiar programming.
Ruth Millett contrasts past adolescence with today’s “experts” on teen life. She recalls teenagers handled issues like walking in heels shaping eyebrows and social talk without guidance, noting how dances ended with a predictable homeward return.
Paul Harvey compares Britain's Prime Minister Macmillan and U S President Kennedy on inflation and wage policy. He notes Macmillan’s unpopular price and pay controls while Kennedy pursues popularity over wage reform. He cites New Jersey electricians and New York bricklayers seeking sizable raises and shorter weeks, with Northern California builders facing higher housing costs.
A La Ps comments on inflation fears as trades push higher costs. Boston road workers gain seven percent, Indianapolis plumbers six percent, Galveston electricians seek 35 hour weeks for 40 hours pay. Chicago bricklayers begin June 1 with a 6.8 percent raise. Construction in the United States stands at 57 billion dollars. steel at 14 billion. President Kennedy’s rhetoric cited but viewed as not curbing inflation. nationwide builder costs rise with wage demands.
A letter from a parent describes volunteering as a crossing guard for schoolchildren. She recalls answering a call for volunteer policewomen, facing discomfort but receiving daily thanks from children. She notes a personnel shortage has left corners uncovered and urges more mothers to help.
Clue list dense with crossword prompts spans across continents and eras. Includes terms for rites, ranks, geography, and common phrases. answers likely span noun, verb, and adjective forms across 67 entries. The puzzle tests language breadth and etymology.
The Journal invites letters on real local issues. Letters must be signed with address, but names can be withheld if requested. The column warns that views expressed are not endorsed by the Journal and cites socialization shaping character through environment as discussed by Hilgard.
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